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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1924

Page

13

Milford Talent to Present Two Plays Tuesday

Milford Dramatic Club plans two plays this campaign season. The first one act Blood Will Tell features an all-woman cast, followed by the two-act comedy Strong Medicine. Mrs Hudward Corgdon directs both productions, with Doug Getting as stage manager and a notable guest speaker at a joint American Legion gathering upcoming in Milford.

Leleiain Wilford Dramacic Club Dramnttic Club Milford Hudward F Corgdon Richard Wana Field Otis Skinner Robert Adeson Dustin Farnum Taose Edi Whitcom Parmeles Harry Smith Walter Paine Tow ¥ Congdon

G O P Victory Celebrated At Walnut Beach

Walnut Beach celebrated the recent Victory Day with local residents and missing details. Notable performers included Master Buddy Fla, Harvey at badgepoint, and dancers Provence Coley Rose and Charles Natthep. Selectman Charles L Doherts and Justice of the Peace Clerl Woolnm attended along with Police and Fire officials. The event featured a sentimental ballad and a character solo by a local performer.

Mhrd Ford Buddy Fla Old Harvey Badgepoit Cibers Provence Coley Rose Charles Natthep Selectman Charles L Doherts Balad Walnur Beth Combes Doreths Devis Mergen Kervin Tadee Omi Piast Broan Fewn Clerl Woolnm Frose Foeth Werwin David Slarke Ture Police Cold Frank Twurter Pred Patt Wis Vosstinag Ter

Norwalk Parish Buys Property for Expansion

Norwalk Parish acquires land along South Main Street and Jerry Street near Henry for church expansion and equipment needs. The parcel runs south of the church to Jerry Street and down Henry, potentially housing tenement houses. Estimated cost ranges from $50 000 to $69 900.

oTey Dennis Ty S Insenhs TC Aundances Henry

Jail sentence and beer waiver tied to a liquor run incident

A court case described a man fined 3200 and jailed 30 days after pleading before Judge James F. Meade for a liquor offense. A waiver for beer was signed by Vonce and witnesses at a social gathering, with numerous attendees and musical performances noted. The event involved community members and a funeral following a Sunday morning service.

Grey Nwuch Leleream Sirvyice Richard S Monrea Lew Hiven Pridas Vega Robert MitzRoy Isegs Bre James F. Meade Vonce

Bogged boat lands in Sago Creek after rough ride

A motorized craft owned by J Revele of 2d7 Vast greet New York and driven by Charles Boluickh plunged through a bulkhead on the Post 101d early yesterday. The machine landed in Sago Creek near a bridge. The driver leaped free as the seat apparatus locked about one block west of the bridge.

Bulkley’s Bridge Southport Sasco Creek Bolilport Peleg m Service Bulkley Bildae J Revele New York Charles Boluickh Sago Creek Lewa Ie

Firemen to Start New Building in Easton Next Week

Easton officials announced that fire department plans for a new building on the state road between Madsens Garage and Lamman 8 BeTIL will begin excavation next week. The building committee includes Losdoh Ablal Cal Silman and Klaty J Lseoil, with plans drawn for the house to be built on the site.

Easton Laston ON Dh Lee Giam Laston Votin Feet Li Excavite Ite Losdoh Ablal Cal [ Silman Klaty Madsens Garage Llamman Betil Ned Am Loui Lacaty Dpidag Tvanngar Wis Yo Suliman Park Avenue Bridgeport Vik Clarence Andrews Dred Marsh Chaster Hult Carl Sitliman Arthi I Wheeler James Liagne Winshamer Chedua J Pworth Learue Lee Methodist Chuch Spor Hill Snenfield Methodist Church Fiidgrepet Stlurda Cebl Che Th & Oi Jill Dchanttul Alisinoon Town Birds Gurge Maishue Ehtutam Gwart Ili Whame Lunda Walter Lal Chester Vin Werksmoto Vermont Vincent Ballostk Jia4ton Center Martin Lteucel Mary Gilbert Calfornia Tugne Tishe Hamden Lian Smith Price Congte Oma Tucker Lucier Tyit Epoit PetYr Vos Beers Ivor Peter Yelena Charles B Aoish Nan GO PF Acad

Car Stolen From Derby Park After Public Gathering

A Chevrolet car was stolen near a Derby public park after a gathering at Saint Salomon Bayer. Police pursued a suspect as the vehicle fled, leaving behind scattered notes and signs of a quick, disorganized escape. Local authorities continue investigations to identify the thief and recover the vehicle.

Prisoner Taken From Cell To Care For Animals

Norwala Now li i Byele gram Service John Powker of Highland ayeoue will be tied in Caty court Mondey meine onl chareves of breach of the peace and intate tien Ue was arrested Satur day night and released unon F100 bonds Fosepa Nissi wit be tied for Liea,h et the peace is eqult and ibusve language. Sassif issulted Joseph Gurney of Peal street whose son he chumed maid ad one of his chiklens Nasuf waeble to raise the bonds necessery fm his clease 18 detaimed at police head quarles In mder that his livestocl Whit inclndes 9 hi hens ap] ducts suats 11 dbits 13 pise ous one) fom and three cis may not suffer San inck of roots and attention constable John A Mls who mad the 27 ess kiidiy on complaint of Guiney and neigh bors escorts Nass f to his small farm. each evening al ocloch and stays with hm all he feeds the animals then he bings him back to the police staken For safe keen ing until another day

Norwala John Powker Highland Ayeoue Caty Court Mondey Chareves Tien Ue Sassif Joseph Gurney Peal Street Nasuf Mder John A Mls Guiney Nass

Greenwich to Act on Tax Rate at Meeting Tomorrow

A special meeting is set for Tuesday at 8 o clock in Greenwich Town Hall to consider the tax rate for the coming year. One report item is the levy for the county and town expenses, with a projection that the total will not exceed 17 million dollars. The board will also act on propositions proposed by the budgeting board and taxation committee.

Greenwich

Huntington teens hold bi weekly dances report

Huntington notes show the bi weekly dances hosted by the Tre Company and funded by community volunteers. Attendance included Clarence Webb, Drew Peete Waller, and George Arundel with teachers visiting Huntington from Danbury and Bridgeport for supervision and school activities.

Tre Company Hellena Lily Actool Hall Clarence WO Webb Peete Waller Pealle Charles Tizal Tynch Donald Rose George Arundel Wednessy Huntington Wlite Cdward Stevens New Haven Wilson Palmer Danbury Catvars Chim Bridgeport Perry Bidgupait Mohegan Street Perde Altene Tha Mouti GQ Bet Stavens Michael Swift Anne Wabuda Hanfod Wilson Cildren Bridgeport &Sturday

Governor Listed as Speaker at Stratford Church Event

Governor listed as speaker for Stratford church service announced with limited details. The notice mentions Whitney School plumbing work and school repairs, including baseprints and septic system updates, tied to the ongoing modernization of Strilforg schools.

Stratford

Cantata Rendered by Choir at Derby Community Service

The Derby community service featured a cantata rendered by the choir with soloists and townspeople in attendance. Tina Pachman and Carrie Wasaga Thomapsar performed notable bass and tenor parts, under the direction of Charister Wheeler, with period readings and an emphasis on community involvement.

Derby WSP Wolhodast Carrie IE Wasaga Thomapsar New Tisien Rowgaioa Charister Wheeler Tanes Das el Oyces

Seven Scarlet Fever Cases Reported in Westport

Seven authentic scarlet fever cases were found in Westport with more suspected as health officials from Bedford school and the state health department coordinate examinations. Doctors Manson and Ko owton lead the follow up while quarantine remains in effect at affected homes.

Westport Felegram Service Sven Mungon Health Sheidy Truel Nin Tr Wuaso Ihe Icle Pam Beliavy Bern Chiltie Doctora Manson Kuoton Dy Jg Bedford School Maida Atunnom Jum Koowlton Madrow Bodfmil Wi Minson Realty Records Ik Willem van Teen

Fragmented OCR narrative from Newtown sports scene

A jumble of names places and events appears in an OCR pass about Newtown athletics and local figures. The garbled text mentions teams individuals from New J non woachomeoy and various committees, viewers, and viewers, with scattered references to sports and community roles.

Four New Policemen Start Norwalk Duties

Four new officers begin night duty in Norwalk as part of a staffing expansion. The names listed include Conrad Miller and Willian Payne among others, with assignments to cover overnight shifts.

Norwalk

Rockefeller head to be speaker at Greenwich meeting

Greenwich Woman's Club schedules Monday lecture by Dr George P. Vincent of Greenmead Foundation New York. Education and missions at the high schools focus. Club members organize program for Monday November 17 at 430 in the library.

Rockefeller Greenwich REMN Leleriam Lamorro Chafim Nm Womans Club Charee Tam Geeorge PF Vancent Greenmoey Hold Pochefeile New York Noember Favemever Ail Lorinm Oeluci Subjert Wil de

New Protestant Order Forms At Bridger Parish

A local church gathering hears pastor Strathdl admit a new PIV ier amid a crowd of villagers from Bridgera Pad e bhing. The service honors Lordship All State, with community members present and a plan for future ceremonies.

House Meeting Plans Winter Work Peace Aid

A recent meeting of the board discussed an active winter program. Joseph Rovike will speak on another contribution to work peace. The notes reference local addresses and upcoming community involvement events.

Eed Hike Board

Ansonia Market Fire After Short Circuit

A fire at Mrs May T Burleigh’s grocery and meat market on Tewett Street Webster began about 11 30 pm from a short circuit in a car. Firefighters had it under control quickly. Damage was extensive with much food spoiled by smoke and water.

May T Burleigh Tewett Street Webster Ihose Company

Community forum at Congregational church features Dr McGee

A Shelton Community forum held at the Congregational church evening featured Dr McGee of Calvary Baptist as speaker. The event drew about 100 church members and included remarks by Rev James McGee and participation by Baptist and Catholic Ladies groups. A following party and plans for a November 25 gathering at Miss G. Sveryon's home were noted, with attendees listed by name.

Congregational Church Wis James McGee Calvay McGea Catholic Ladies of Columbus Thaothy Macarthy Kemas Murphy Pale Severson Dino Mo Manning Ogle M Yoston F& Cote J Duncan Ife Savembber Ivanny Siracuse Godgrud Yelstisis New Yorks

Danbury Home Burglary Seeks $500 Loss

Danbury police report a burglary at a residence on 20 Wear Street with theft of rug jewelry and other valuables priced at about $604. The home had been closed for the winter and the burglars are not yet identified. Local hotel sightings mention Eline, a manufacturer, in relation to the incident.

Wear Eline

Rabid dog terror in Greenwich prompts health watch

A wild dog blamed for multiple bites in Greenwich is killed after a chase through several towns. The Greenwich Board of Health and police traced the animal to Doran barn on Davis Avenue. Several residents, including two boys and local workers, were bitten but show no illness so far. the dog likely came from Port Chester and rabies were confirmed by Willard Memorial Hospital.

Elexgram Serjec Perm Witten Greenwich Board of Health de E FF Schofield Clauson Riteh Elbert Willam Tiam Tohn Moran Yler Arioua Recco Ritch Raymond Christensen Bruce Park Tha’ Doran Davis Avenue Patrick J Clanagan Motors Cycle Timothy Daly James Cullen Flanne Willard Memorial Hospital Schofield Port Chester Connecticut

Stolen Car Found by Fairfield Officer

Telegraph service reports Constable Thomas Shau of Fairfield stops two men, Michiel Reds and Richard Wateruary, both of Lew Canaan, on charges of taking an automobile without permission. They were roving in a car owned by L B Th vet of Silvermine, New Canna, near the lost road.

Thomas Shau Knessy Michiel Reds Richard Wateruary Lew Canaan Newcanna

Republican delegates chosen for Hartford state convention

William B. Waller and Miss B. Wheeler were elected delegates to the Republican State convention in Hartford to select a candidate for United States senator. The delegates are un instructed at the caucus here and will represent the party next week.

William B Waller Miss B Wheeler Hartford United States

Mellago Wonderful New Face Powder Promises Flawless Look

A vintage advertising blurb promotes Mellago powder as a new Trench process cosmetic not affected by perspiration. It claims invisible coverage, a natural complexion, and a soft velvety finish, urging readers to buy now for a beautiful mature skin glow.

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